Margaret Forbes

Published: February 17, 2013 4:00 AM

She was born Aug. 9, 1922, in Millersburg, to Olus P. and Blanche Simon Forbes. Margaret worked her whole career at American Dairy Farmers.

She was active in the American Legion Auxiliary 282 for more than 69 years, holding various posts including president and was a member of the Past President's Parlay. She was also president of Wayne County Salon 372 of 8/40, was a charter member of the Orrville chapter of Beta Sigma Phi, founded in 1947.

She was a faithful member of Order of Eastern Star 308 for more than 55 years and held the title of Worthy Matron. She also served in various other capacities, including secretary and chaplain. She was a life member of Orrville Christian Church, where she taught Sunday school, sang in the choir and participated in senior trips.

Surviving are a niece, Susan (Danny) Lord of Florida, and a nephew, Blake (Elizabeth) Forbes and son, Tony, of New Mexico.

She was preceded in death by her parents; and a brother, Gordon Forbes.